Specialist II - Athletic Photographer Job at Sam Houston State in Huntsville
Sam Houston State, Huntsville, TX, United States
Posting Details
Come and join the Bearkat community!
Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.
SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package, competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.
Posting Information
This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.
Requisition
202600068S
Title
Specialist II - Athletic Photographer
FLSA status
Non-Exempt
Hiring Salary
This position is a pay grade 03. Please see Pay Grade Table at: https://pa-hrsuite-production.s3.amazonaws.com/116/docs/550174.pdf.
Occupational Category
Technical/Para-Professional
Department
IMC Athletics External Engagement
Division
Integrated Marketing Communications
Open Date
03/16/2026
Open Until Filled
Yes
Educational and Experience Requirement
Associate's degree required. Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, photography, art, or a related field preferred. Two years of relevant experience in photography, sports media, or related fields. A combination of education, experience, and training that provides the required knowledge and skills may be considered.
Nature & Purpose of Position
Performs specialist duties and assists the Department of Athletics and the Integrated Marketing Communications (IMC) Division by capturing high-quality images of athletic events, student-athletes, coaches, and related university activities.
Primary Responsibilities
Captures professional-quality photography of athletic events, practices, and promotional activities. Assists with videography tasks, including filming, editing, and assembling highlight reels or promotional content. Supports Graphics Designers and Graphics Coordinators by providing images for print, digital, and web content. Edits and retouches images for various uses, including social media, publications, and marketing materials. Organizes and maintain photography and video archives. Works collaboratively with athletics staff, students, and other university personnel to meet project needs. Performs other related duties as assigned
Other Specifications
Knowledge of photography equipment and digital imaging software (Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, or equivalent) required. Videography skills, including filming and basic editing, are a plus. Strong attention to detail, creativity, and reliability. Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends for games and events. Effective communication and teamwork skills. Experience in a university or collegiate athletics environment is a plus but not required. Maintains contacts with personnel. Requires a general knowledge of standard office functions. Requires good knowledge of procedures and practices. Must be able to use standard office software. Must be able to apply policies and procedures and solve routine problems of a repetitive nature.
Full Time Part Time
Full Time
Position Number
Quicklink
https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/46596
EEO Statement
EEO Statement
Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an "at will" employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code §51.215.
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report
Come and join the Bearkat community!
Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.
SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package, competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.
Posting Information
This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.
Requisition
202600068S
Title
Specialist II - Athletic Photographer
FLSA status
Non-Exempt
Hiring Salary
This position is a pay grade 03. Please see Pay Grade Table at: https://pa-hrsuite-production.s3.amazonaws.com/116/docs/550174.pdf.
Occupational Category
Technical/Para-Professional
Department
IMC Athletics External Engagement
Division
Integrated Marketing Communications
Open Date
03/16/2026
Open Until Filled
Yes
Educational and Experience Requirement
Associate's degree required. Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, photography, art, or a related field preferred. Two years of relevant experience in photography, sports media, or related fields. A combination of education, experience, and training that provides the required knowledge and skills may be considered.
Nature & Purpose of Position
Performs specialist duties and assists the Department of Athletics and the Integrated Marketing Communications (IMC) Division by capturing high-quality images of athletic events, student-athletes, coaches, and related university activities.
Primary Responsibilities
Captures professional-quality photography of athletic events, practices, and promotional activities. Assists with videography tasks, including filming, editing, and assembling highlight reels or promotional content. Supports Graphics Designers and Graphics Coordinators by providing images for print, digital, and web content. Edits and retouches images for various uses, including social media, publications, and marketing materials. Organizes and maintain photography and video archives. Works collaboratively with athletics staff, students, and other university personnel to meet project needs. Performs other related duties as assigned
Other Specifications
Knowledge of photography equipment and digital imaging software (Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, or equivalent) required. Videography skills, including filming and basic editing, are a plus. Strong attention to detail, creativity, and reliability. Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends for games and events. Effective communication and teamwork skills. Experience in a university or collegiate athletics environment is a plus but not required. Maintains contacts with personnel. Requires a general knowledge of standard office functions. Requires good knowledge of procedures and practices. Must be able to use standard office software. Must be able to apply policies and procedures and solve routine problems of a repetitive nature.
Full Time Part Time
Full Time
Position Number
Quicklink
https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/46596
EEO Statement
EEO Statement
Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an "at will" employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code §51.215.
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report